10 Ways to Keep Your Teeth Healthy

Don't Blame Your Brush

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Try not to be wooed by the whirring, purring vibrations of the electric toothbrush. These bells and whistles are no more effective than a good old fashioned manual scrub. “It’s not so much the brush as the brusher," says Price. "I use both." If you're worried that you're missing some of the hard to reach spots, ask your dentist if they notice any difference when you switch up brush types.